inspirational travel quotes

100 Of The Best Inspirational Travel Quotes of All Time

Travel lifts the spirit, it inspires us and makes us feel alive.  Exploring new lands and getting to know new cultures other than our own has moved adventurous travelers and explorers for thousands of years.  Here are one hundred of the most inspiring travel quotes of all time that are sure to uplift and motivate … Read more

Dubai beaches

Discover the Best Beaches in Dubai

Located on the south east coast of the Persian Gulf, Dubai, as you would expect, has its share of excellent beaches. While all are blessed with the same sunshine, soft, clean sand and beautiful warm sea not all of the beaches in Dubai are equal in terms of available amenities and some are exclusive to … Read more

National Aquarium in Baltimore

Tips When Visiting the National Aquarium in Baltimore

My daughter loves animals so when we travel we always look for opportunities to learn and get close to nature, even if we are visiting a city.  On our recent trip to Washington D.C. we made a half day trip to Baltimore to visit the National Aquarium. Located in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor the National Aquarium … Read more

King Williams architecture San Antonio

San Antonio’s King William Historic District

As an architect I always look for interesting neighborhoods and historic architecture when I travel so when I heard about the King William historic district in San Antonio, Texas I knew that I had to visit it.    Located just a couple of miles south of downtown and bound by the San Antonio River the King … Read more

Owl

Exploring the Natural Beauty of the St Johns River

The St. Johns River is the longest river in Florida, spaning 310 miles it winds it’s way through twelve counties.  Often described as “lazy” the St Johns river has a flow rate of only 0.3 mph. Brimming with wildlife and natural beauty there is no better way to discover it’s secrets than traveling along this … Read more

Key West Express

Get Away To Key West Aboard The Key West Express

We visited the Florida Keys two years ago and although the drive across the overseas highway is truly beautiful this time around we where looking for a more convenient and quicker way to get there and boy did we find it!  We boarded the Key West express from Fort Myers Beach and in less than … Read more

View from master bedroom at Villas B'alam Ya in lake Atitlan Guatemala

Villas B’alam Ya: Luxurious Lodging On The Shores of Lake Atitlán

Providing awe-inspiring views of one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, Villas B’alam Ya Lodging offers luxurious accommodations on the shores of Lake Atitlán in Guatemala. Nested on the mountainside of Atitlán Lake among luscious tropical vegetation, the four villas provide a private and tranquil getaway. Villas B’alam Ya is the ideal place … Read more

Romantic Getaway at the Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa

The Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa is the perfect Oceanside retreat for an unforgettable getaway with your loved one.  The hotel offers gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico and as we found out it’s the ideal destination to unwind and reconnect with your better half. My husband and I had been planning this … Read more

Savannah Children's Museum

5 Things To Do In Savannah With Kids

I’ve wanted to visit Savannah ever since I was in college studying architecture.  As I saw pictures of this beautiful city I was instantly attracted to it for it’s history, it’s architecture and it’s southern charm.  But as we planned a family road trip this past summer I knew my kids where not going to … Read more